MITI Has Not Appointed New Chairman For HDC

KUALA LUMPUR, May 28 (Bernama) --  The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) has yet to appoint a new chairman for Halal Development Corporation Bhd (HDC) following the end of former chairman Khairul Azwan Harun’s contract.

MayCham Steps Up Efforts To Attract GCC-China Investment Ahead Of ASEAN Summit

From Kisho Kumari Sucedaram 

BEIJING, May 26 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Chamber of Commerce and Industry in China (MayCham) is stepping up efforts to strengthen ties with Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations and China, viewing the upcoming ASEAN-GCC-China Summit as a timely platform to position Malaysia as a key investment destination in Southeast Asia.

Synology Targets Stronger Brand Presence Among Malaysian Businesses

From Rosemarie Khoo Mohd Sani

TAIPEI, May 21 (Bernama) -- Synology Inc, a Taiwan-based data management technology provider, is ramping up efforts to increase its brand presence among businesses in Malaysia, which currently account for nearly 70 per cent of its overall customer base.

Raffcomm Eyes RM60 Mln Revenue From SSM e-Info This Year

KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 (Bernama) -- Raffcomm Technologies Sdn Bhd (Rafftech) aims to achieve RM60 million in revenue from the Companies Commission of Malaysia’s (SSM) e-Info services by the end of this year.

Public Bank Posts Higher Net Profit Of RM1.75 Bln In 1Q

KUALA LUMPUR, May 21 (Bernama) -- Public Bank Bhd reported a higher net profit of RM1.75 billion in the first quarter ended March 31, 2025 (1Q 2025) compared with RM1.65 billion in the same period last year.

China Backs ASEAN-GCC-China Summit, Sees Malaysia As Key Regional Partner

By Kisho Kumari Sucedaram

BEIJING, May 21 (Bernama) -- China has expressed strong support for the upcoming ASEAN-GCC-China Summit, underscoring the importance of enhanced cooperation among Southeast Asia, the oil-ric

Maybank To Support JS-SEZ And Facilitate Up To RM2.35 Bln In Client Investments

KUALA LUMPUR, May 19 (Bernama) -- Malayan Banking Bhd (Maybank) has signed a letter of intent (LOI) with the Ministry of Economy to support the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) and facilitate up to RM2.35 billion in client investments over the next three to 10 years.

Proton Trades Old Vehicles For New Under RM4.8 Mln Xchange Programme

KUALA LUMPUR, May 15 (Bernama) -- Owners of old vehicles are encouraged to exchange them for new Proton models under a RM4.8 million “Proton Xchange Programme” the national car maker launched today in partnership with Car Medic Sdn Bhd.

MCBA Signs MoUs With 20 Malaysian Associations To Explore Cambodian Market

KUALA LUMPUR, May 13 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia Cambodia Business Association (MCBA) today signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with 20 local Malaysian associations to explore overseas markets, beginning with Cambodia.

Economy Continues To Grow Despite Tariff Uncertainties - BNM Governor

KUALA LUMPUR, May 8 (Bernama) -- Following is the transcript of Bernama’s email interview with Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) Governor Datuk Seri Abdul Rasheed Ghaffour on the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) and Statutory Reserve Requirement (SRR). 

Malaysia's Rubber Glove Market Share In US Expected To Rise To 55 Pct - Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 (Bernama) -- Malaysia's rubber glove market share in the United States is expected to increase to 55 per cent, despite facing a 10 per cent tariff hike and reciprocal tariffs imposed by the US on Malaysia.

Ewon Wants Sabah Entrepreneurs To Benefit From MSME Hub

PENAMPANG, May 3 (Bernama) -- Minister of Entrepreneur and Cooperatives Development Datuk Ewon Benedick wants Sabah entrepreneurs to take full advantage of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise (MSME) Hub here to access the latest information on entrepreneurship so that they are always aware of opportunities to further expand their business potential.